Lean Systems Engineer

Lucid Motors; King Abdullah Economic City; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Lucid Motors seeks a Lean Systems Engineer to drive the Lucid Production System and lean manufacturing initiatives. You will partner with teams to build a culture of continuous improvement, focusing on safety, quality, cost, and productivity on the shop floor.

The role requires hands-on, data-driven collaboration, strong communication, and experience in automotive manufacturing environments. You will support training, standardization, and performance alignment across operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; Industrial/Mechanical/Production preferred.
• 3+ years of related experience required.
• Automotive manufacturing continuous improvement experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain lean tools and systems across operations.
• Coach teams on lean principles and continuous improvement.
• Lead Kaizen workshops and cross-functional improvement projects.
• Conduct layered audits, process reviews, and data-driven optimization.
• Improve safety, quality, cost, and productivity through structured improvements.

Skills

Lean principles

Problem solving

Communication

Coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Work instruction software

Job description

About Lucid

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and productionhappening in-houseacross our global offices andmanufacturingfacilities.Ourteamscomefromindustriesaround the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence.By refusing to settle, youcanhelpredefinewhat’spossible andshape the future of mobility.

The Lean Systems Engineer supports the development and implementation of the Lucid Production System (LPS) by driving lean manufacturing initiatives across the organization. Reporting to the Lean Systems Manager, this role takes a hands-on, shop-floor-focused approach to building a strong lean culture and enabling continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost, and productivity.

The Lean Systems Engineer applies core lean methodologies—including problem solving, standardization, waste elimination, and process optimization—to support operational teams and lead improvement projects. This role partners with employees at all levels to identify inefficiencies, implement sustainable solutions, and strengthen daily management systems.

Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining lean tools and systems, supporting training programs, coaching teams on lean principles, and ensuring alignment with operational performance goals. The Lean Systems Engineer also plays a critical role in improving safety, reducing production issues, minimizing costs, and enhancing vehicle quality through structured continuous improvement.

This position requires strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to influence teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is hands-on, data-driven, and passionate about building a culture of operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure Lucid Production System principles are implemented across all operational areas.
• Optimize employee engagement in all Lucid Production System’ programs.
• Assist in eliminating roadblocks to Continuous Improvement.
• Train and coaching, all levels and functions in lean principles and their applications.
• Facilitates LPS program review meetings.
• Conduct layered audits and process reviews.
• Lead and support departmental Gemba walks.
• Monitor departmental performance and analyze data to identify focused opportunities for reducing costs and improving productivity, utilization, and quality.
• Support Manufacturing initiatives that ensure factory performance objectives are met in all key performance areas.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Lean tools, systems, and procedures for lean programs, with a current emphasis on problem solving, performance management, continuous improvement, 6S (5S plus Safety), and standardization.
• Champion regular Kaizen workshops with cross-functional teams to implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Utilize Business Process Automation tools to ensure proper monitoring for the operation performance.
• Manage work instruction software and ensure standard compliance beside authoring and control needed changes.

Skills:

• Experience working in an automotive OEM required
• Automotive Manufacturing continuous improvement experience, Relative Lean role experience is a plus.
• Learn manufacturing principles, well versed in both theory and hands on practice.
• Motivation with excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Skilled in coaching/mentoring in on-the-job application of new skills.
• Ability to lead without authority.
• Knowledge of production processes, costs, quality controls, logistics, and other areas of manufacturing.
• Knowledge of TPM, Autonomous Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance or similar maintenance programs.
• Kaizen Event Facilitation.
• Solid problem-solving background, including but not limited to 8D methodology
• Lean tools techniques such as time studies, data analysis, capacity analysis, work instructions.
• Strong presentation development skills and proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Industrial Engineering techniques such as time studies, data analysis, capacity analysis, work instruction development.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required Industrial, Mechanical, Production Engineering preferred.
• 3+ years of related experience required.

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a401(k) retirementplan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off.Eligible employees may alsoparticipatein Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, aredeterminedbased on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results,in accordance withthe terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

Accessibility: Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need anyaccommodation toparticipatein the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations <@> lucidmotors.com.

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